Spraying without masks endangers NStar workers

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Nov 28, 2013 at 2:00 AMDec 1, 2013 at 12:20 AM

The article in the Nov. 22 edition, citing NStar's application of herbicides to power line rights of way and the eventual effect on our ecosystem, is noteworthy. The accompanying photograph of an NStar contractor applying the herbicide with no face mask or respirator concerns me very much.

The article in the Nov. 22 edition, citing NStar's application of herbicides to power line rights of way and the eventual effect on our ecosystem, is noteworthy. The accompanying photograph of an NStar contractor applying the herbicide with no face mask or respirator concerns me very much.

NStar's application of herbicides — and what they may be doing to our ponds, estuaries and drinking water — should be of concern though many of us are applying similar herbicides and fertilizers to our lawns.

Also, it is disturbing that NStar can remove trees and brush cover from watersheds in proximity to its power lines, often overcutting. Doing so affects water quality.

At a recent hearing in Falmouth attended by state Rep. David Vieira, R-Falmouth, several residents expressed their concerns.

William O'Brien Jr.

Mashpee

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